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Enjoy a fun filled adventure in Lapland. Spend your days enjoying the included arctic experiences making your holiday one you will never forget, and your evenings enjoying delicious cuisine and may be even spotting the Northern Lights!
Your trip will start with a short transfer from Rovaniemi airport and you’ll have time to settle in and explore your surroundings, wonder at the snowy landscape of forests and frozen lakes.
Your the hotel is located right in the centre of Rovaniemi, close to all the restaurants and shops of the town, take a walk around and experience the Christmassy feel of snow covered streets and buildings and twinkling coloured lights.
You’ll be filled with excitement as you explore Santa’s village with its magical Christmas atmosphere. You will swish around this winter wonderland on a husky sled safari, and have the opportunity to meet a reindeer herd and take a magical sleigh ride in the glistening white forest.
Please note: Whilst all the activities mentioned will be included in your trip, the order of the activities may vary and your personal itinerary with be given to you on arrival.
Your accommodation throughout will be in a spacious superior room in the Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus, located right in the centre of Rovaniemi close to shops, bars and restaurants, the perfect base for all your activities.
Rooms have a double bed with a sofa which can be made into a double sofa bed (sleeps two) and include ensuite bathroom with shower and bathtub. There is also air-conditioning, wi-fi, tv and minibar!
The hotel has three restaurants and a bar open until late.
Enjoy the magical atmosphere of Lapland
Take an exciting Reindeer Sleigh ride
Experience being a musher on your own Huskie Sled
Andy and his team are keen outdoor enthusiasts and are excited to show you the amazing wildlife, ice and snow activities here in Rovaniemi. The team have all lived in Rovaniemi for several years - or have been born here - and know the area inside out.
When you touch down at Rovaniemi airport, we’ll be waiting there to transfer you directly to the comfortable Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus.
Take some time to settle in, unpack or explore, Rovaniemi centre is just on your door step.
Accommodation
Hotel Santa Claus
Today why not take the short journey by taxi to Santa Claus Village (around 15 minutes) and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere. Spend as much time as you wish walking around and enjoying all that his village has to offer, you can see Santa’s post office where all the letters from children all over the world are sent, sorted and delivered, the elves workshop, many independent shops with Christmas souvenirs, Lappish crafts and of course Santa’s office, where you can go along and meet Santa Claus.
In the afternoon be prepared for your visit to a local reindeer farm to meet the famous gentle Lappish creatures up close. Before you set off you will be kitted out with warm outer wear and boots, so you can stay cosy and warm as you explore the Taiga forest by sleigh on your reindeer safari (around 3 hours). Once you arrive with your guide to the farm, you will be invited to take your seat in the reindeer sleigh. The sleigh is suitable for adults and children to sit together and as you glide through the snowy forest and white scenery, you may spot some other arctic animals, or at least see their tracks in the snow. When you come back from the safari, which is around 2.5 kms, a warm cup of coffee or tea and traditional snacks will wait for you on the farm. The herder will explain all about their lifestyle and the tradition of reindeer husbandry in Lapland. This is the best time to ask questions and feed your curiosity!
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Hotel Santa Claus
Meals
Breakfast
After a buffet breakfast at your accommodation, get ready for your husky safari. First of all you will be given warm clothing (recommended as it can be very cold during the safari), and then your guide will drive you to a lovely local husky farm, around 30 minutes drive from Rovaniemi set amidst the magical snowy forests and surrounding landscapes.
At the farm, you will be welcomed by the mushers and the excited barking of their lovely dogs. You will be introduced to your dog team and will be given the safety instructions and some tips how to drive the sleigh. Once ready, you will embark on your husky sled ride, two people per sleigh, dashing through the winter scenery for about 45 mins. You are always 2 adults maximum for the sleigh ride (one driving, and one passenger sitting in the sleigh) and you will have the opportunity to switch the driver and passenger halfway if you wish.
After the safari, the mushers will take time to share with you an insight into their life style, explain about the job of a musher, how they train their dogs and answer all your questions around an open fire. All the dogs are photo enthusiasts, so do not forget to bring your camera with you !
Accommodation
Hotel Santa Claus
Meals
Breakfast
Today, wake up for one more breakfast in the Lappish wilderness, before you check out and are transferred back to Rovaniemi airport.
We are sure that you’ve had an incredible stay in Lapland, and have created memories that will last a lifetime with your family
Meals
Breakfast
Explore the beautiful town Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland! With stunning views of the snow covered rolling countryside of Finland, it is the perfect location for a winter break.
Rovaniemi is the capital of Finnish Lapland and is a vibrant town with shops, restaurants and bars to enjoy. The perfect base to enjoy all your winter activities.
There are direct flights from the UK to Rovaniemi in the Winter months, and Rovaniemi airport is just a short 15 minute drive from the centre of the town.
